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Fishing At Lake Chicot In 2024

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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, redear sunfish and striped bass at Lake Chicot in Arkansas.

Lake Chicot, AR

Lake Chicot State Park is a great place to headquarter when you visit Lake Chicot, a 5,000-acre lake in southeast Arkansas. The park has a nice boat launch ramp, cabins, campgrounds, a marina, a store and more than half a mile of shoreline for fishing from the bank.

The purpose of this page is to deliver an overview of this lake, the fishing options, and area amenities. Our goal is to provide info to first time visitors, as well as beginner and novice anglers. We gathered details from personal experience, numerous trusted websites that each offer select bits of information, and videos of fishing activity on the lake. These websites include the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, marinas at the lake, campgrounds, boat rental agencies and others. By consolidating this information to one page it allows visitors to see the entire picture, all in one place.

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Lake Chicot, located in southeastern Arkansas, is a hidden gem for fishing enthusiasts, offering excellent angling opportunities in a scenic and tranquil setting. This 20-mile-long oxbow lake is known for its diverse fish populations and unique fishing experiences.

One of the most popular fish species in Lake Chicot is crappie. Anglers flock to this lake to catch black crappie and white crappie, which are abundant in its waters. Spring and fall are prime seasons for crappie fishing, as the fish move into shallower areas to spawn or feed. Anglers can target crappie around submerged structure, submerged vegetation, and brush piles using jigs, minnows, or small crankbaits.

Lake Chicot is also home to a variety of other fish species, including largemouth bass, catfish, and bream. Anglers can enjoy casting for largemouth bass in the lake's numerous coves and channels, using techniques such as topwater lures, spinnerbaits, or plastic worms. Catfish, particularly channel catfish and blue catfish, can be caught using baits such as chicken liver, cut bait, or stink baits. Bream, which include bluegill and redear sunfish, provide fun fishing opportunities for anglers targeting these feisty panfish.

Lake Chicot provides a unique fishing experience in a peaceful and picturesque setting. With its diverse fish populations, opportunities for boating, and camping facilities, Lake Chicot offers anglers a chance to escape into nature and enjoy a rewarding fishing adventure in southeastern Arkansas.

This fish hook shaped lake has nearly 50 miles of shoreline and sports a nice variety of fish species, including bass, catfish, crappie, bream and stripers. In total there are four boat launch ramps are scattered around the oxbow, one at Lake Chicot State Park, two at Chicot County Park and one at Lake Village.

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Primary fish species residing in Lake Chicot

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Largemouth bass Channel catfish Black crappie White Crappie Bluegill Redear Sunfish Striped bass

Lake Chicot Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Boating is a popular activity on Lake Chicot, with a boat ramp available for easy access to the lake. Anglers can explore the lake's various channels, backwaters, and open areas while enjoying the serene beauty of the surrounding cypress trees and wildlife.

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Chicot County RV Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the south side of the lake, north side, off County Road 71, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Jack R. Rhodes Lakefront Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Main Street, this is a three-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Lake Chicot State Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast section of the lake, off State Route 57, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Lake Shore RV Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the north side of the lake, off State Route 144, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Pecan Grove RV Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, west side, off US Highway 82, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

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Camping facilities are available at Lake Chicot State Park, allowing anglers to extend their fishing trips and immerse themselves in nature. The park offers campsites with amenities such as RV hookups, tent sites, picnic areas, and restroom facilities. Anglers can relax by the lake, enjoy scenic views, and make use of the park's facilities during their stay.

Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Lake Shore RV Park - 870 265-2839

Pecan Grove RV Park - 870 265-3005

Chicot County RV Park - 870 265-3500

Lake Chicot AR Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

Contact Information

Lake Chicot
Lake Chicot State Park
2542 State Hwy 257
Lake Village, AR 71653
870 265-5480

 

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